Citadel Source Limited

Citadel Source are delighted to be partnering with a client on an exclusive basis to recruit an Interim Finance Consultant . The role A growth-stage organisation in the manufacturing of scientific products is entering a pivotal period as it prepares for its next investment cycle and a potential company sale. To support this transition, the CFO is seeking an experienced finance professional to provide hands-on, high-impact support throughout a fast-moving transaction environment. This role is ideal for someone who can operate with credibility, independence, and precision, and who thrives in situations where structure, clarity and rigour are essential. As an Interim Finance consultant, your role will include, but not be limited to: 1. Transaction Preparation & Due Diligence Support Prepare financial, tax and legal due diligence materials ahead of and during a potential sale process Coordinate and respond to information requests from advisors with accuracy and pace Identify, document and track remedial actions arising from diligence findings Act as a reliable, detail driven point of contact during a high stakes transaction period 2. Process Documentation & Improvement Map and document existing financial processes to create clear, repeatable operational guides Review month end workflows to streamline timelines and reduce manual intervention Recommend and support implementation of control improvements to strengthen reporting accuracy and reduce risk 3. Finance Team Support Support monthly management reporting across P&L, balance sheet and cashflow Assist with tax compliance and routine regulatory submissions Provide additional capacity to the finance team during a period of organisational change About you Experience & Technical Skills Background in audit and/or financial due diligence is useful Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Strong grounding in management reporting and financial analysis Confident working with finance systems and interrogating data Mindset & Approach Exceptional attention to detail and a willingness to challenge data Ability to balance big-picture thinking with detailed execution Clear understanding of what 'good' looks like in financial reporting Comfortable working autonomously within a defined scope Credible engaging with senior stakeholders, including C-suite and external advisors Calm, pragmatic and resilient under pressure Note This is not a process following role. It requires someone who can land quickly, build trust, and add genuine value during a strategically significant period. If you have experience supporting transactions in practice, industry, or advisory environments - and can deliver high-quality work at pace without cutting corners - this role will suit you well. Sound like a good fit? For more information on this exciting opportunity, please reach out to Oliver Price at Citadel Source .

Citadel Source are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a high-growth leisure and hospitality group to appoint a Head of FP&A . This newly created role will be responsible for the development and ongoing management of the FP&A function. About the client Our client is a fast-growing, investor-backed SME with bold ambitions and a clear trajectory for continued expansion. The business has recently made substantial investments in strengthening its finance function, signalling a commitment to building a best-in-class operation. Following our successful placement of the technical counterpart to this position, the newly appointed Head of FP&A will play a pivotal role in shaping the refreshed senior leadership finance structure. In addition to leading the planning and performance agenda, this role will also elevate and reinforce the commercial capability of the organisation as part of a broader, high-impact remit. The role This is a pivotal appointment that will support the Finance Director in shaping the financial strategy and building a scalable finance function. The Head of FP&A will play a central role in strengthening financial processes, improving reporting, and supporting commercial decision-making as the organisation grows. The role combines strategic influence with hands-on involvement and will work closely with the wider finance team and senior operational leaders across the group. About you You will be a qualified accountant with strong technical grounding and commercial awareness. You will be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and able to balance detail with broader strategic thinking. You will also bring the curiosity and adaptability needed to engage with the operational side of the business and identify opportunities for improvement. As a Head of FP&A, your role will include, but not be limited to: Lead the full budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning cycle, ensuring alignment with commercial and strategic goals Build and evolve robust financial models that are accurate, scalable, and consistent across the organisation Deliver scenario and sensitivity analysis to guide key strategic decisions, investments, and risk assessments Align planning cycles with monthly reporting and operational insight, working closely with the Head of Finance Own monthly performance reporting and board-level FP&A packs, delivering clear, forward-looking insight Track performance against budgets, forecasts and KPIs, driving accountability through data-led analysis Enhance dashboards and analytics to provide real-time visibility of business performance Act as a senior business partner to leaders across all departments, influencing decisions at SLT and Board level Lead financial modelling for strategic initiatives, pricing, bids, tenders, and new product/service development Own and improve costing models, partnering with Operations to ensure accurate, real-time cost bases and margin visibility Develop and mentor the FP&A and commercial teams, building a high-performance, insight-driven culture Champion financial governance and continuous improvement, maintaining best-practice standards and driving enhancements in forecasting, modelling, and reporting What the client offers £75,000 to £85,000 - depending on experience Full-time, permanent role On-site working 3 days per week A range of employee benefits, including discounts, wellbeing initiatives, and team events Free parking and onsite perks Opportunities for development/progression Sound like a good fit? If you are interested in this opportunity, please reach out to Dan Morris at Citadel Source .

Citadel Source are pleased to be exclusively partnering alongside a fast-growing and highly acquisitive client to appoint a newly created Financial Controller opportunity. You will work closely alongside the FD to provide clear and accurate financial information and drive clarity and improvements across the finance function. About you This opportunity will suit a proactive, qualified accountant with several years of post-qualified experience operating in a varied and autonomous business environment. You will enjoy the detail and be hands-on in nature. You will have worked in a growing business with experience in the professional services sector and be confident operating in a change/improvement focussed environment. The role This is a newly formed role, born out of growth/acquisition across the group. This is a rare opportunity for someone who is comfortable operating within a remote working setup who is both self-sufficient and proactive. Your role will naturally be very varied, including a range of monthly reporting tasks as well as ongoing process improvement tasks. As a Group Financial Controller, your role will include, but not be limited to : Ownership of all financial control and reporting across the Group Oversee and meet all financial reporting deadlines as required Develop and produce a regular management information pack (daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly), including cash-flow statements and management accounts Oversee account reconciliation and ensure accurate financial data is produced effectively and on time Responsibility for overseeing finOps processes (AP/AR/Cash/banking/Payroll) Lead a small finance team and work in a matrix finance structure Ongoing research and implementation of reporting standards (IFRS 3, IFRS 15, IFRS16 as an example) Manage the external audit process - from choosing auditors, maintaining the relationship, and supporting the annual audit Assist the FD with ongoing process improvement/automation projects Any other ad-hoc responsibilities are required by the FD/CFO What the client is looking for: A qualified accountant, with at least 3 years post-qualification Commercially minded with strong analytical skills Experienced in financial modelling and scenario planning Comfortable working in a dynamic, growing organisation Strong with systems and data, with advanced Excel capability An excellent communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders Highly organised, detail-focused, and able to manage multiple priorities Confident, proactive, and motivated by building and improving processes Comfortable working both independently and as part of a small, collaborative team What the client has to offer Salary up to £80kp/a Car allowance 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Remote Working Career Progression opportunities Sound like a good fit? If you are interested in discussing this role, please reach out to Jesse Howes at Citadel Source Due to the high volume of applications we expect to obtain on this vacancy, we may not be able to respond to everyone individually. If you haven't heard back within 2 weeks, please assume your application has been unsuccessful